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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to better grasp these compelling new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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